Waterville area police reports for June 24, 2017.
Maine Crime
Police, crime and courts news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Orland woman sentenced to 16 months for embezzling $142,000
Carolyn J. Saunders, 57, stole the money from 2011 to 2015 while employed as the financial administrator for two eye care practices, the U.S. Attorney’s Office says.
Wayne man arrested on manslaughter charge after Mount Vernon crash
Tyler Goucher also has been charged with operating under the influence since the crash in May, in which one passenger was killed and another was seriously injured.
Smithfield Fire Department warns of fake firefighters
Teenagers saying they were local firefighters might have been looking over a home with the intention of commiting a burglary or robbery there later, the fire chief said.
Fairfield police receive more than 12 car burglary reports
Several cars were reported broken into Friday morning on Gordon Place, as were others on High Street, Elm Street, Main Street and Highland Avenue, according to police reports.
Portland police investigate menacing letter sent to Islamic center as hate crime
Members of the Islamic Society of Portland say they continue to feel safe despite the threat of bloodshed in August.
Skowhegan man allegedly held another at knifepoint Wednesday
David Scribner, 62, being held on $10,000 cash on charges including holding the alleged victim against his will.
Florida man fleeing from police run over by Wells officer
Police say Keith Lee took off during an arrest and was hit by a cruiser when he fell in a field.
Two children charged with arson after Pittsfield fire
Two 12-year-olds were alone at the home on Higgins Road when the fire started.
More details released on New Hampshire teenager who allegedly stole cars, evaded police
The 14-year-old was arrested Tuesday after allegedly burglarizing a number of camps in Waldo County.